Job opportunity

The Department of Communities brings together the services and functions of disability services, child protection and family support, community initiatives and regional services reform.

Communities is a nationally recognised Accredited Carer Friendly Employer through the Carers + Employers program. The program defines best practice standards by creating a carer friendly workplace, enabling staff to balance work and care, while continuing to contribute to the wellbeing of individuals, families and the community.

About the Division
The Disability Division’s vision is aligned to that of ‘A Western Australia for Everyone: State Disability Strategy 2020-2030’ (State Disability Strategy), where people with disability, and those who share their lives, are engaged and feel empowered to live as they choose in a community where everyone belongs.

Intervention Support Service (ISS) Team:

• Provides crisis emergency and short-term transitional accommodation and complex case management planning for eligible people with disability. ISS is also implementing a multi-disciplinary team of clinicians to provide targeted supports for individuals and staff.

The Opportunity
In this role, you will be responsible for the provision of efficient and effective administration support for a broad range of administrative functions relating to assets, finance, managing routine maintenance, supporting procurement processes and the analysis of operational data in support of the Intervention Support Services (ISS). This role will also prepare and coordinate staff Rosters, ensuring maximum financial efficiency and compliance with awards and agreements.

The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides more information about the position. For further information we encourage you to contact Sue McArthur, Intervention Support Services Manager, on 0478 320 333.

This is a permanent, full time opportunity.

The successful applicant or applicants assessed as suitable through this process may receive further offers of contract employment and/or offers of permanent employment in this or similar roles.

Join the Department of Communities
Apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button (above and below) and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format only:

1. A current resume/CV.
2. A two [2] page written application addressing all the Essential Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) as stated on the JDF.
3. A copy of all qualification/s (regardless of the relevance to the role) as specified in your application or resume/CV (if applicable).
4. An application form (for hard copy applications only).

For technical difficulties while applying online, general recruitment enquiries, or to request any document in an alternative format, please contact Margia, Human Resources Advisor on 0466 171 398 or via email on HRRecruitment@communities.wa.gov.au.

We can also be contacted via the National Relay Service on the following numbers:

TTY/voice calls - 133 677

Speak & Listen - 1300 555 727

SMS relay - 0423 677 767

Integrity and Honesty
The public sector is built on a strong foundation of integrity where employees act ethically, and public sector bodies promote and maintain integrity. 

In line with Communities policies, applicants may be asked for consent to undergo criminal record screening and integrity checks during the application process. For more information on these requirements, click here.  

Equity and Diversity
Communities welcome applications from people from a diverse range of backgrounds and lived experiences, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disability, people with diverse sexualities and genders, youth, women, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Please let us know if there are adjustments we can make to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, as well as in the workplace. Please contact Margia at HRRecruitment@communities.wa.gov.au or via phone 0466 171 398.

If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64.

Lodgement is system generated. Any emailed applications or late submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted.